Do Taiwanese citizens need a visa for Philippines?
The official link goes to meco.org.tw. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel. This row comes from a reputable source NUM hasn’t yet confirmed on the official page.
Philippines entry rules for Taiwanese citizens.
| Verdict | Visa-free |
|---|---|
| Document | None (eTravel registration only) |
| Stay | 14 days (temporary visa exemption from 1 Jul 2025, extended on 30 Jun 2026; new end date not confirmed) |
| Checked | From a reputable source, not yet verified on the official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Taiwanese passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Philippines entry requirements.
Skip the form. $4.99 a traveller.
A NUM person files the Philippines eTravel on etravel.gov.ph for everyone in your group. NUM’s fee is $4.99 and the form itself is free. You answer any eligibility questions yourself, the decision goes to your own email, and your passport details are deleted the moment it’s filed. NUM isn’t the government and can’t promise approval.
The details for a Taiwanese passport.
Taiwan is not on the DFA 30-day visa-free list. MECO (Manila Economic and Cultural Office) announced on 30 Jun 2026 an extension of the 14-day visa-free privilege; the end date sits in an image that could not be read. Alternative: MECO Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) via onlinetravel.meco.org.tw; DFA policy confirms MECO ETA holders are admitted visa-free for an initial 30 days (fee NTD 1,500, multiple entry, per secondary source).
How long it must be valid.
At least 6 months' validity. US State Dept: 6 months beyond the end of the planned stay; FCDO: 6 months after arrival; Smartraveller: at least 6 months. Indian visa-free visitors: 6 months beyond the stay (DFA policy). Safest: 6 months beyond departure.
Recent changes in Philippines.
- 2025-06-08 — Visa-free entry for Indian nationals: 14 days (non-extendable, non-convertible), or 30 days with a valid US/Japan/Australia/Canada/Schengen/Singapore/UK visa or residence permit.
- 2025-07-01 — 14-day visa-free entry for Taiwan passport holders introduced (initially to 30 Jun 2026).
- 2025-11-03 — Philippine eVisa for residents of mainland China resumed via VFS Global: CNY 380 visa fee plus CNY 98 service fee (secondary source).
The short answers.
Do Taiwanese citizens need a visa for Philippines?
No. Taiwanese citizens don’t need a visa for the Philippines for stays of 14 days (temporary visa exemption from 1 Jul 2025, extended on 30 Jun 2026; new end date not confirmed).
How long can Taiwanese citizens stay in Philippines?
14 days (temporary visa exemption from 1 Jul 2025, extended on 30 Jun 2026; new end date not confirmed). Longer stays need a different visa.
Where do Taiwanese citizens apply?
On the official site, meco.org.tw. NUM links it and never charges for the link. If you’d rather not do the form, NUM can file it for you for $4.99 a traveller.
Does NUM issue Philippines visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.